What happens when you juice 5 pounds of carrots? You’re left with lots of juice pulp! Instead of throwing out that healthy fiber, you can repurpose the pulp to make a healthy and nutritious breakfast. These carrot juice pulp fritters can also double as a quick make-ahead snack.

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I recently received a Nama juicer for Christmas from my husband after dropping hints that I wanted to start juicing. After using the machine a few times, I quickly learned to juice in bulk and freeze portions of my juices in freezer bags. I try to make enough juice for a couple of weeks at a time, this way I won’t need to clean my juicer every day.

I am always left with a large amount of pulp after juicing. This is especially true after juicing a 5-pound bag of carrots. In order to use up the leftover pulp, I decided to make a few carrot-based dishes.

The first recipe I tried was carrot soup and I was able to use up about 5 cups of pulp. I also made carrot bread which used about 2 cups of pulp. I was left with two more cups of pulp, so I made carrot juice pulp fritters.

The basic recipe for fritters includes choice filler ingredients, eggs, and a starch or flour binder. To add a nice savory flavor, I added curry spices to the mix.

What’s in Carrot Juice Pulp Fritters?

• Carrot Juice Pulp
• Gluten-Free Flour Mix
• Sweet Potato Starch
• Eggs
• Soy Sauce
• Fish Sauce
• Spices

Vegan, Paleo, and Whole 30 Ingredients:

Vegan Substitutions:

Eggs – substitute flax eggs for a vegan option. 1 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 2 1/2 tbsp warm water makes 1 flax egg. Set aside for 10 minutes to thicken in consistency.

Fish Sauce – omit for a vegan option. Add more soy sauce, tamari sauce, or coconut aminos.

Paleo & Whole 30 Substitutions:

Gluten-Free Flour Mix – here are some paleo options by King Arthur and Bob’s Red Mill.

Sweet Potato Starch – here is a great option only containing sweet potato and water.

Soy Sauce – substitute with coconut aminos for soy-free and gluten-free.

Fish Sauce – use gluten-free fish sauce like this one by Red Boat.

How to Make Carrot Juice Pulp Fritters

First, take two eggs and whisk them in a bowl. Add the dry seasonings and sauces, and mix well. You can really take liberty here and add your favorite flavors. Next, add the carrot juice pulp and the chives. The pulp should equal 2 cups, loosely packed. Mix the ingredients well, coating the carrot juice pulp with the egg mixture evenly.

Next, add the dry ingredients – gluten-free flour mix and sweet potato starch. I try to conserve ingredients so I added the least amount of flour which amounted to 3 tablespoons. Depending on how wet the pulp is, more flour can be added by the tablespoon to strengthen fritters to keep them from falling apart on the pan.

Add your choice cooking oil to a hot skillet. I usually use avocado oil because of the high smoking point. Quickly start working on the fritter batter by rolling about 1-1/2 inch balls. Flatten the fritters with your hands to about 1/4″ thickness. They should be about the size of your palm. Carefully place the fritters on the pan. Let the fritters cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side on medium-low heat until they are golden brown. Low and slow will ensure that the inside of the fritters is cooked through without burning the outsides.

How to Make the Dipping Sauce

This dipping sauce is an all-around favorite! This delicious and easy-to-make sauce is full of umami flavors. It’s so versatile and can be used for many different dishes. Try dipping some dumplings or spring rolls, or drizzle it on your salad. This sauce is made with only 3 ingredients:

• Gochujang (Korean Hot Paste) – store bought gochujang contains wheat and sugar. Try making a homemade version!
• Rice Wine Vinegar – tones down the full flavors of the gochujang and balances out the fatty profile of the sesame oil.
• Sesame Oil – adds a rich umami flavor to the trio!

Additional Juice Pulp Variations:

If you regularly juice other vegetables besides carrots, save up your pulp! Try substituting with any of these ingredients:

• Celery
• Kale or Spinach
• Zucchini
• Bell Peppers
• Red Cabbage
• Beets
• Or try a mix of different vegetables

Make ahead and freeze for a quick breakfast:

Are your mornings usually busy? These fritters can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. They can also be frozen and stored in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Reheating is easy and they don’t need to be thawed beforehand. You can reheat the fritters on the skillet on medium-low heat. If you are on the go, they microwave well too. Set the microwave on high and heat the fritters for 20-30 seconds.

More Recipe Ideas for Leftover Juice Pulp:

• The Most Stress Free Keto Carrot Juice Pulp Bread

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